Japanese Superfood Konjac: The Low-Calorie, High-Fibre Food Taking Centre Stage
Konjac, a traditional Japanese root vegetable, is gaining attention internationally for its exceptionally low calorie content and high fibre levels. Often associated with weight-loss...
Singapore To Retain More Greenery Amid Backlash Over Maju Forest Housing Plans
Singapore is set to revise plans to clear part of Maju Forest for high-density public housing after the proposal triggered an unusually strong public...
Japan To Raise Permanent Residency Fee 20-Fold From October
Foreign nationals applying for permanent residence in Japan will face a significant increase in fees from October, with the cost rising from the current...
Ho Chi Minh City Plans Gradual Curbs On Petrol And Diesel Vehicles From 2027
Ho Chi Minh City is proposing to gradually restrict petrol- and diesel-powered vehicles from parts of its downtown area from July 2027 as part...
Iran And Oman Restart Talks On Temporary Strait Of Hormuz Corridor
Iran has resumed discussions with neighbouring Oman over a temporary navigational corridor through the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran faces mounting economic pressure from...